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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1958-December 1960

ARCH.2003.34, Rendition: 807111

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This image displays a page from a scrapbook or press clipping album, showcasing a collection of newspaper clippings and notes related to art exhibitions and lectures from 1960, primarily focused on events in Boston and New York.

The page is mounted on a black, textured background and appears to be part of a bound volume, as indicated by the spine visible on the left.

The clippings are organized chronologically and thematically:

Top Clipping: “German Art Show At Lincoln Museum” (October 2, 1960)

  • This article, by Parker Leighton, details an exhibition at the De Cordova Museum in Lincoln, Massachusetts, titled “German Artists of Today.” It highlights the work of artists like Klee and Nolde, discusses the influence of German Expressionism, and notes the show’s purpose of familiarizing Americans with post-WWII German art. A small photograph of a sculpture in a garden, captioned “DeCordova,” is included on the right.

Left Clipping: “Miss Mongan to Speak At Gallery Wednesday” (October 17, 1960)

  • This announcement from the Evening Union Leader in Manchester, N.H., advertises a lecture by Agnes Mongan, assistant director of the Fogg Art Museum, at the Currier Gallery of Art. Her topic is “The Art of Giovanni Battista Tiepolo.” A small portrait of Miss Mongan accompanies the text.

Right Clipping: “Art Institute Plans Corot Exhibition” (October 4, 1960)

  • This article details an upcoming exhibition of works by the French artist Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot at the Art Institute of Chicago. It mentions that 30 paintings and 40 watercolors and graphics, primarily from the collection of the French Ministry of Education, will be displayed.

Other Elements:

  • A small, handwritten note on a yellow slip at the top left indicates the source: “Sunday Sun LOWELL, Mass. Circ. 31,448” with the date “OCT 2 1960”.
  • A business card or label, pinned to the right side, reads: “WESTERN PRESS CLIPPING EXCHANGE MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.” with additional text including “Green Bay (Wis.) Press-Gazette TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 1960.”
  • The clippings are affixed to the page with small, yellowish tape or adhesive corners.

The overall impression is that of a meticulously curated collection, likely assembled by someone involved in the art world (perhaps an art administrator, curator, or historian) to document significant cultural events of the time. The focus on major institutions like the De Cordova, the Fogg, and the Art Institute of Chicago, as well as the inclusion of prominent art historians like Agnes Mongan, underscores the professional nature of this collection.

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The image shows a black album or scrapbook with various newspaper clippings and articles pasted onto its pages. These articles appear to be from the 1960s and discuss art exhibitions and lectures. Here's a summary of the content visible in the image:

  1. Top Center: An article titled "German Art Show At Lincoln Museum" by Parker Leighton. This article discusses an exhibition of German artists at the De Cordova museum in Lincoln, Massachusetts. It mentions various artists and their works, emphasizing the art activity of post-World War II Germany.

  2. Top Right: An article from the Harvard Fogg Museum about an exhibition of French drawings. The article highlights the work of Egon Schiele, who is described as an important figure in the development of expressionism.

  3. Bottom Left: A clipping from the Evening Union Leader about an event at the Currier Gallery of Art. It mentions a lecture on Tiepolo and 18th-century Venice by Miss Agnes Mongan, an authority on the art of drawing.

  4. Bottom Right: An article about the Art Institute of Chicago planning to host an exhibition of Corot's work. This article discusses the largest exhibition of Corot's works in the United States, which opens on October 5th.

The clippings are arranged in a way that suggests they were collected over time, likely as part of research or as part of a personal archive related to art history or exhibitions. The articles provide insights into art exhibitions and lectures that took place during the 1960s in various locations, including Harvard, Lincoln, and Chicago.

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or collection containing newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions and events. The clippings are from various newspapers and dates, and they are arranged on a dark background. Here are the details of each clipping:

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "German Art Show At Lincoln Museum"
    • Date: October 2, 1960
    • Content: The article discusses an exhibition titled "German Artists of Today" at the DeCordova Museum in Lincoln, Massachusetts. It mentions artists like Klee and Nolde and discusses the influence of French and New York schools on German art. The exhibition is described as a manifestation of a renaissance of painting in post-World War II Germany.
  2. Top Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "Art Institute Plans Corot Exhibition"
    • Date: October 4, 1960
    • Content: This article announces a Corot exhibition at the Art Institute of Chicago. It mentions the historical significance of Corot's work and the extensive collection of his paintings and drawings that will be on display. The exhibition is noted to be the largest ever held in the United States.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Miss Mongan to Speak At Gallery Wednesday"
    • Date: October 17, 1960
    • Content: The article announces a lecture by Miss Agnes Mongan, an internationally known authority on the art of drawing, at the Currier Gallery of Art. The lecture is about "Tiepolo and 18th Century Venice." It includes a photograph of Miss Mongan.
  4. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "Art Institute Plans Corot Exhibition"
    • Date: October 4, 1960
    • Content: This is a duplicate of the top right clipping, providing the same information about the Corot exhibition at the Art Institute of Chicago.
  5. Small Clipping in the Middle:

    • Content: This appears to be a note or label from the "New England Newsclip Agency, Inc." indicating the source of the clippings.

The clippings are neatly arranged, and the dark background helps to highlight the text and images on the clippings. The overall theme of the page is related to art exhibitions and lectures from the early 1960s.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with various newspaper clippings and photographs attached to it. The clippings are from different newspapers and magazines, and they cover a range of topics, including art exhibitions, museum events, and lectures. The page appears to be organized chronologically, with the earliest clipping dated October 2, 1960, and the latest clipping dated October 17, 1960. The clippings are arranged in a grid-like pattern, with some overlapping and others placed side by side. The page also includes a photograph of a woman, possibly Miss Morgan, who is mentioned in one of the clippings. Overall, the image suggests that the scrapbook page was created to document and preserve information about art-related events and activities during a specific time period.

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The image shows a scrapbook with clippings and articles about art exhibitions and events from the 1960s. The clippings are arranged in a chronological order and cover topics like German art shows, exhibitions at the DeCordova Museum, and lectures by art historians. The clippings include articles from newspapers and magazines, along with photographs and illustrations. The scrapbook provides a glimpse into the art scene and cultural events of that time period.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and printed materials, likely preserved within a scrapbook or archive. The clippings are dated from October 1960 and feature various art-related events and announcements. Here is a detailed description:

Top Left Section:

  • Headline: "German Art Show At Lincoln Museum"
    • Content: This article discusses an exhibition of German art at the Lincoln Museum. It mentions the De Cordova Museum in Lincoln, Massachusetts, and highlights the presentation of German artists, including works by notable figures such as Max Klee, Paul Klee, and others. The article emphasizes the significance of German art in the post-World War II era, noting the spread of Renaissance painting and the influence of German artists on contemporary art movements.
    • Details: The article includes quotes from experts and references to specific artworks and artists, such as Max Klee, Paul Klee, and others. It also mentions the De Cordova Museum's role in showcasing this exhibition.

Top Right Section:

  • Headline: "Continuing through October at Harvard"
    • Content: This section discusses an art exhibition at Harvard University, featuring works from the collection of John S. Newberry. The exhibition includes drawings from the French School and is described as a continuation of a series of exhibitions.
    • Details: The article mentions the Harvard Art Museums and highlights the significance of the Newberry collection, which includes works by artists such as Bernard Schultze and Emil Nolde. It also notes the opening and closing dates of the exhibition.

Bottom Left Section:

  • Headline: "Miss Mongan to Speak At Gallery Wednesday"
    • Content: This is an announcement about a lecture by Miss Mongan at a gallery. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, October 17, 1960, at 10:45 a.m. and will be held at the Fogg Art Museum. Miss Mongan is described as an internationally known authority on art, and the lecture is expected to draw a large audience.
    • Details: The announcement includes the time, location, and the topic of the lecture, which is related to the art of Giovanni Battista Tiepolo and his influence on 18th-century art.

Bottom Right Section:

  • Headline: "Art Institute Plans Corot Exhibition"
    • Content: This article discusses plans by the Art Institute of Chicago to host an exhibition of works by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot. The exhibition is described as a major event, featuring a comprehensive collection of Corot's paintings and drawings.
    • Details: The article highlights the significance of Corot's work and the Art Institute's role in organizing the exhibition. It also mentions the dates and details of the planned event.

Additional Notes:

  • Stickers and Labels: Several stickers and labels are affixed to the clippings, indicating they are part of an organized archive or scrapbook. These include:
    • A label dated "OCT 2 1960" with "Sunday Sun, LOWELL, MASS. Circ. 31,448."
    • A label reading "WESTERN PRESS CLIPPING EXCHANGE MINNEAPOLIS, MINN."
    • A label dated "OCT 17 1960" with "Miss Mongan to Speak At Gallery Wednesday."
    • A label reading "Art Institute Plans Corot Exhibition."

Overall Context:

The image captures a curated collection of art-related news from October 1960, focusing on exhibitions, lectures, and announcements. The materials reflect the cultural and artistic events of the time, highlighting the importance of German art, French artists, and major art institutions such as the Lincoln Museum, Harvard Art Museums, the Fogg Art Museum, and the Art Institute of Chicago. The stickers and labels suggest these clippings were systematically collected and preserved, possibly for research, archival, or personal interest purposes.

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The image presents a collection of newspaper clippings and other printed materials, arranged in a black binder with a gray background. The clippings are attached to the binder using tape or glue, and they appear to be from the 1960s.

Newspaper Clippings:

  • The largest clipping is from the "Inside Art" section of the Boston Sunday Sun, dated October 2, 1960. It features an article about a German art show at the Lincoln Museum.
  • A smaller clipping from the New England Sunday Journal, dated October 17, 1960, announces a lecture by Miss Morgan at Gallery Wednesday.
  • Another clipping from the Western Press Clipping Exchange, dated October 1960, lists the plans for the Art Institute of Chicago's Corot exhibition.

Other Printed Materials:

  • A small piece of paper with the words "Miss Morgan to Speak at Gallery Wednesday" is attached to the binder.
  • A ticket stub for the Western Press Clipping Exchange is also visible.

Overall:

The image appears to be a collection of materials related to art exhibitions and events in the 1960s. The newspaper clippings provide information about upcoming shows and lectures, while the other printed materials offer additional details and context.

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The image depicts a scrapbook page featuring newspaper clippings about art exhibitions and events. The page is black, with the clippings arranged in a collage style.

Clippings:

  • A clipping from the Sunday Sun, Lowell, Mass., dated October 2, 1960, titled "German Art Show At Lincoln Museum" by Parker Leighton.
  • A clipping from the Evening Union Leader, Manchester, N.H., dated October 17, 1960, titled "Miss Mongan to Speak At Gallery Wednesday."
  • A clipping from the Western Press Clipping Exchange, Minneapolis, Minn., dated Tuesday, November 8, 1960, titled "Art Institute Plans Corot Exhibition."
  • A clipping from an unknown source, dated October 5, 1960, titled "The First American museums show of an important Austrian expressionist will open Oct. 5 at the Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston."

Additional Elements:

  • A small piece of paper with the text "Sunday Sun LOWELL, Mass. Circ. 31,448" is attached to the top-left corner of the page.
  • A small piece of paper with the text "OCT 2, 1960" is attached to the top-right corner of the page.

Background:

  • The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Overall, the image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions and events, likely from the 1960s. The clippings are arranged in a collage style on a black page, with some additional elements such as small pieces of paper with text.

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The image is a black scrapbook page with various newspaper clippings and articles related to art exhibitions and events. The page is filled with a collection of yellowed newspaper cutouts, each featuring a different article or advertisement.

  • Newspaper Clippings:
    • The clippings are arranged in a collage style, with some overlapping others.
    • The articles appear to be from different newspapers and dates, ranging from October 2, 1960, to October 17, 1960.
    • The topics covered include art exhibitions, museum events, and lectures.
  • Article Titles:
    • "German Art Show At Lincoln Museum" (October 2, 1960)
    • "Miss Mongan to Speak At Gallery Wednesday" (October 17, 1960)
    • "Art Institute Plans Corot Exhibition"
  • Photographs:
    • A black-and-white photograph of an art exhibition or event is included on the page.
    • A portrait of a woman, likely Miss Mongan, is featured in one of the clippings.
  • Other Items:
    • A small white card with the words "Western Press Clipping Exchange Minneapolis, Minn." is attached to the page.
    • A piece of paper with handwritten notes is visible on the top-left corner of the page.

Overall, the image appears to be a scrapbook page created by someone interested in art and cultural events. The various clippings and articles provide a snapshot of the art scene during the early 1960s.

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The image presents a collection of newspaper clippings and ephemera, carefully arranged on a dark gray background. The clippings are yellowed with age, featuring various articles and advertisements from 1960.

Newspaper Clippings:

  • German Art Show At Lincoln Museum: This article discusses an exhibition of German art at the Lincoln Museum, highlighting the diversity of artistic styles and techniques on display.
  • Miss Mongan to Speak 'At Gallery Wednesday': This article announces a lecture by Miss Mongan at the Gallery, focusing on the art of drawing and its significance in the art world.
  • Art Institute Plans Corot Exhibition: This article promotes an upcoming exhibition of Corot's works at the Art Institute, showcasing his contributions to the art world.

Ephemera:

  • Western Press Clipping Exchange: A small white card with black text, likely a business card or advertisement for a press clipping service.
  • 20: A small orange sticker with the number "20" in black text, possibly indicating a catalog number or reference code.

Overall Impression:

The image appears to be a curated collection of historical newspaper clippings and ephemera, showcasing a selection of artistic exhibitions and events from 1960. The arrangement of the clippings and ephemera suggests a thoughtful and deliberate presentation, possibly for archival or educational purposes.